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Nelson Cole Powder River Expedition Papers, 1861-1899
Overview of the Collection
- Creator
- Cole, Nelson, d. 1899
- Title
- Nelson Cole Powder River Expedition Papers
- Dates
- 1861-1899 (inclusive)18611899
1865 (bulk)18651865 - Quantity
- cubic ft. (5 folders)
- Collection Number
- 11456
- Summary
- General Nelson Cole served in the Missouri Artillery during the US Civil War and was a part of the Powder River Expedition, sent to quell Indian aggressions on the Great Plains in 1865.
- Repository
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American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming
American Heritage Center
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Dept. 3924
Laramie, WY
82071
Telephone: 3077663756
ahcref@uwyo.edu - Access Restrictions
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Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
- Sponsor
- The creation of the EAD-version of this finding aid was made possible through a grant from the National Historic Publications and Records Commission.
Historical NoteReturn to Top
General Nelson Cole was a volunteer soldier, distinguished for his service in the Missouri Artillery during the US Civil War. He was also a part of the Powder River Expedition in 1865, sent to quell the Native American aggressions on the Great Plains. After the Civil War ended, he went back to his manufacturing business in St. Louis, Missouri. During the Spanish American War, Cole was promoted to Brigadier General and applied for active duty in Cuba. He mustered out and died before making it to Cuba.
General Cole was born on November 18, 1833 and died of complications due to a cold on July 31, 1899 at the age of 65.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
This collection contains pieces of military correspondence from Gen. Nelson Cole’s service as part of the Powder River Expedition in 1865, in which the United States Army sent troops to the Great Plains to protect settlers and to attack Indian camps in an effort to subdue the gathering nations of the Arapahos, Cheyenne, Hunkpapas and Teton Sioux. These documents include a report of the Headquarters of the Eastern Portion of the Powder River Expedition. Official orders, supply reports, telegraphs, a copy of his memorial booklet and a magazine article are also a part of the collection.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Restrictions on Use
Copyright InformationThe researcher assumes full responsibility for observing all copyright, property, and libel laws as they apply.
Preferred Citation
Preferred CitationItem Description, Folder Number, Nelson Cole Powder River Expedition papers, 1861-1899, Collection Number 11456, American Heritage Center, University of Wyoming.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Related Materials
Related MaterialsFor additional information about the Powder River Expedition or Nelson Cole, see the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington D.C. See also:
Nelson Cole Report, SC 153, at the Montana Historical Society Research Center, Helena, MT.Acquisition Information
Acquisition InformationUnknown
Processing Note
Processing InformationThe collection was processed by Suzannah Taylor in September 2005.
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Folder | ||
| 1 | Memorial Pamphlet and Magazine Article | 1899, undated |
| 2 | Military Orders | 1861-1865 |
| 3 | Military Supply Reports | 1865 |
| 4 | Telegrams | 1865 |
| 5 | Powder River Expedition Report by Nelson Cole | circa 1865 |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Powder River Expedition, 1865.
Personal Names
- Connor, P.E. (Patrick Edward), 1820-1891.
- Dodge, Grenville Mellen, 1831-1916.
Corporate Names
- United States. Army.
Geographical Names
- Powder River Basin (Wyo. and Mont.)
- Wyoming--History--To 1889.
Processed by Suzannah Taylor
2006
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